AMITE ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL

Amite Elementary Magnet School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tangipahoa Parish school district, located in Amite, LA with about 490 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, Amite Elementary Magnet School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Amite Elementary Magnet School, located at 301 Vernon Avenue in Amite, Louisiana, serves as a cornerstone of the Tangipahoa Parish School System. As a magnet school, it distinguishes itself by offering specialized educational programming designed to provide students with enriched learning experiences that go beyond the standard curriculum. The school fosters an environment that encourages academic excellence and creativity, catering to a diverse student body within the local community.

The school is dedicated to cultivating a supportive atmosphere where students are challenged to reach their full potential. By emphasizing a rigorous academic foundation alongside specific magnet-focused enrichment, Amite Elementary aims to prepare its students for future success in middle school and beyond. Through a combination of dedicated instruction, parental involvement, and community engagement, the school strives to create a holistic learning environment that promotes both intellectual growth and character development for its young learners.

For more information, contact Amite Elementary Magnet School at (985) 748-6953 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.